Shandy is the dog who launched 3,000 young readers. In 2003 she inspired me to start SitStayRead in Chicago to help at-risk children learn to read. Shandy was the first SSR dog and she loved to work with kids.

After adopting her from the Anti-Cruelty Society in 1993, Shandy went to work with me every day for nearly 17 years. Her spirit is my guiding star and this blog is named in her honor. Though it no longer focuses on SSR, I hope you enjoy the posts.

MaryEllen Schneider

Friday, September 5, 2008

Shandy's Own Walk of Fame

Well, some new concrete was poured for the sidewalk outside the Sit Stay Read office and I guess you can see what happened.

That's Shandy inspecting her handiwork the day after "the incident". I must admit I do like seeing her paw prints right outside our door. Let's think of it as a welcome mat for canines. Come visit us!